Diwali Trivia: 60 Questions and Answers
Test your group with 60 Diwali trivia questions and answers, covering ancient lore, festive foods, and global customs. Built for party hosts.
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Diwali Trivia: 60 Questions and Answers — Quiz Overview
Question count, difficulty breakdown, and recommended team format.
| Category | Holiday & Seasonal Trivia |
|---|---|
| Theme | 🎯 Holidays & Culture |
| Question Count | ⚡ 60 Questions |
| Difficulty Split | Easy (18) • Medium (20) • Hard (15) |
| Recommended Format | Pub Trivia / Team Quiz (3–5 players per team) |
| Supplies Needed | Zero-Prep (Digital round timer and live scoreboard included on page) |
Questions & Answers
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What common English title is given to the festival of Diwali?
How many days does the traditional Diwali celebration span?
Which Hindu goddess of wealth and prosperity is primarily worshipped on Diwali night?
What is the name of the small clay oil lamps lit during Diwali?
Diwali marks the return of Lord Rama to which kingdom after his exile?
What colorful decorative art patterns are drawn on floors during Diwali using powder or flower petals?
Which elephant-headed deity is worshipped alongside Goddess Lakshmi during Diwali puja?
From which classical language is the word Diwali derived?
In the Ramayana, who was the demon king of Lanka defeated by Lord Rama?
What general Hindi term is used for the traditional Indian sweets exchanged during Diwali?
Which lunar phase always occurs on the main night of Diwali?
Which family bond is honored on the final day of Diwali, known as Bhai Dooj?
On the Gregorian calendar, in which two months does Diwali usually fall?
What liquid fat or oil is most traditionally burned inside clay diyas?
Which devoted monkey deity helped Lord Rama rescue Sita from Lanka?
How many years did Lord Rama spend in exile before returning home?
What is the literal English translation of the Sanskrit word Deepavali?
What domestic chore is traditionally done prior to Diwali to invite good fortune?
What is the common name for the first day of the five-day Diwali festival?
Purchasing items made of what material is considered especially lucky on Dhanteras?
For Jains, Diwali commemorates the liberation or nirvana of which 24th Tirthankara?
Which Sikh festival celebrated on Diwali marks the release of Guru Hargobind from prison?
In the state of West Bengal, which fierce goddess is primarily worshipped on Diwali night?
According to Hindu mythology, Diwali commemorates the defeat of which demon king by Lord Krishna?
What is the name of the five-day festival celebrated in Nepal that coincides with Diwali?
On the Hindu lunar calendar, during which month does Diwali occur?
What sweet, fried, coiled treat soaked in saffron syrup is commonly enjoyed during Diwali?
Which avatar of Vishnu defeated the demon king Bali during events linked to Diwali?
What recreational social activity involving playing cards is widely played on Diwali night?
In Tamil Nadu, what traditional herbal oil bath is taken early in the morning on Diwali?
Which flower is most widely woven into garlands and festive decorations during Diwali?
Govardhan Puja, celebrated on the fourth day of Diwali, commemorates Krishna lifting which landmark?
Which famous fortress was the sixth Sikh Guru released from during Bandi Chhor Divas?
In Nepal's Tihar festival, which animal is honored and blessed on the second day?
Which Hindu god of Ayurvedic medicine is traditionally honored on Dhanteras?
What name is given to the second day of Diwali, often called Small Diwali?
What crescent-shaped fried pastry stuffed with sweetened khoya is a staple Diwali dessert in northern India?
Which Hindu god of wealth and divine treasurer is worshipped alongside Lakshmi on Dhanteras?
In traditional accounting practices, what new financial record books are consecrated on Diwali?
Which Mughal emperor issued gold coins bearing images of Rama and Sita around 1604?
What specific ritual footprint symbols are drawn on floors leading into homes during Lakshmi Puja?
In South India, what medicinal herbal paste made of ginger, spices, and jaggery is eaten on Diwali?
Which city hosts the annual Dev Deepawali festival on Kartik Purnima fifteen days after Diwali?
According to the Mahabharata, the Pandavas returned from their exile on which occasion?
In Goa, what large effigies are stuffed with firecrackers and burned at dawn on Naraka Chaturdashi?
Which 11th-century Persian scholar documented the celebration of Diwali in his book Kitab al-Hind?
What Gujarati term refers to the New Year celebrated the day following Diwali?
During the churning of the cosmic ocean (Samudra Manthan), Goddess Lakshmi emerged on which lunar day?
What is the custom called where newlyweds celebrate their first Diwali at the bride's parents' home in Tamil Nadu?
In which Caribbean island nation is Diwali an official national holiday that features Divali Nagar celebrations?
Which Jain text written by Acharya Bhadrabahu specifically mentions Mahavira attaining nirvana during Diwali?
What is the name of the mountain of food traditionally offered to Krishna on Govardhan Puja?
Which 17th-century European traveler recorded detailed observations of Mughal court illuminations during Diwali?
How many kings was Guru Hargobind able to release alongside himself from Gwalior Fort on Bandi Chhor Divas?
In what year did the United States Postal Service release its first Forever stamp honoring Diwali?
In what year was the first official Diwali reception hosted inside the White House?
According to the Guinness World Records, how many clay lamps were officially lit at the Ayodhya Deepotsav in October 2024?
In what year did Leicester, England, host its first public switch-on of the Golden Mile Diwali lights?
In what year did New York City officially sign legislation designating Diwali as a public school holiday?
Approximately how many clay diyas were lit along the banks of the Saryu River in Ayodhya during the Deepotsav celebration to set a Guinness World Record?
How to Host This Trivia Night
Proven pub-quiz rules, pacing guidelines, and scoring formats for an unforgettable party.
Form Teams & Captains
Split into teams of 3 to 5 players. Have each team pick a funny team name and designate one writer/captain.
Run 30-Second Rounds
Read each question clearly twice. Start the round timer on the sidebar. Strictly enforce 'no phones' during questions!
Tally & Reveal Answers
Collect answers at the end of each round or swap and grade. Use the Live Scoreboard to log points and announce standings.
Sudden-Death Tiebreaker
If top teams tie, use the sudden-death tiebreaker question. The team closest to the exact number without going over wins!
Host Pro-Tip: Play upbeat background music at low volume while teams discuss their answers. Cut the music right when the timer sounds to create suspense!
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Diwali Trivia: 60 Questions and Answers FAQ
How many rounds should we play with Diwali Trivia: 60 Questions and Answers?
We recommend dividing this 60-question pack into 3 to 4 rounds of 10 to 15 questions each. This keeps pace energetic, lets teams compare standings, and keeps total playtime around 35 to 45 minutes.
How much time should teams get per question?
30 to 45 seconds per question is the pub trivia standard. Use the built-in round timer on this page to keep rounds brisk and deter players from looking up answers on their phones.
How should ties be resolved at the end of the game?
Use the sudden-death tiebreaker questions in this pack. In a tiebreaker, teams submit a specific number or estimate; the team closest to the actual number without going over takes the championship.
Can this trivia pack be played virtually over Zoom or Google Meet?
Absolutely. The host can share their screen or read the questions aloud while teams submit answers privately in a team chat, direct message, or on a shared online sheet.
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